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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 198004986
Report Date: 03/23/2022
Date Signed: 03/23/2022 04:23:00 PM


Document Has Been Signed on 03/23/2022 04:23 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754



FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
198004986
ADMINISTRATOR:MARICRUZ FLORESFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:10704 SCOTT AVE.TELEPHONE:
(562) 947-7100
CITY:WHITTIERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
90604
CAPACITY:66CENSUS: 54DATE:
03/23/2022
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
12:00 PM
MET WITH:Maricruz FloresTIME COMPLETED:
04:30 PM
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An unannounced Annual Random Inspection was conducted on this day by Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Carolyn Tuba and Nolan Tcheng. Facility is currently licensed for a capacity of 66 children. LPAs met with Maricruz Flores, Director, who guided analysts on a tour of the facility. Facility is fenced and gated.

The Preschool program consists of a full day session from 6:15 am to 6:00 pm and a half day session from 8:00 am to 12 pm. The facility operates from 6:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday. The indoors and outdoors of the facility were inspected. LPAs observed 23 children 2 Staff Members in Room: 4's (Pre-K); 10 children with 1 Staff Member in Room:3's and 16 children with 2 Staff Members Room:2's. Teacher child ratios were observed and staff names recorded. LPAs reviewed sign in and out sheets and found 47/49 children were signed in. After discussing with Director, 2 missing signatures were written on the wrong date.

Furniture and equipment were inspected for age appropriateness, good repair and free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Telephone service, heating, lighting and ventilation were evaluated. Napping equipment (cots) and bedding were inspected for good condition, appropriate storage and cleanliness. Per Director, the napping sheets and blankets are laundered daily at the facility. Storage for children's belongings and isolation area were inspected. The ill isolation area is in the Director’s Office. Drinking water was observed to be available indoors for children via a water jugs and disposal cups. Water fountains are not in use right now due to Covid.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/23/2022
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198004986
VISIT DATE: 03/23/2022
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Age appropriate sinks and toilets were inspected for availability, good repair, water temperature, toilet paper, area safety and sanitation. First Aid supplies were reviewed and inventoried.

Food preparation and storage areas were observed to be clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin. Children bring their own lunches. The facility provides Breakfast and a PM snack. Proper Food preparation and storage areas were observed to be clean, free of litter, rubbish and free of rodents and other vermin. Children bring their own lunches. The facility provides Breakfast and a PM snack.vFood menus were posted in a place that is visible by the child’s authorized representative. All storage containers for solid waste, including moveable bins had tight-fitting covers. All floors were observed to be clean and safe. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, medications and other items that are dangerous to children, were inaccessible.

The outdoor play area were inspected and is fully fenced. Required shade, drinking water and fencing were inspected. Drinking water is available outdoors for children via a water jug and disposable cups. The outdoor play area was inspected for bodies of water; no bodies of water were observed.



Children’s files were reviewed for proper documentation and found to be complete. Staff files were reviewed. Staff #6 the Health Screening (LIC 503) form was not on file. Staff #1, Staff #3 Staff #7 had expired AB 1207 mandated reporting training. All staff present are fingerprint cleared. LPAs verified the opening and closing staff have proof of current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification. The child care center director and teacher(s) have been verified to be fully qualified and assistant director is qualified to act in director's behalf.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2022
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198004986
VISIT DATE: 03/23/2022
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS). The facility does not provide Incidental Medical Services-IMS. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided; US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

AB1207: The following was discussed as a reminder: As of January 1, 2018, Health & Safety Code 1596.8662 requires all licensed providers, applicants, directors and employees to complete training as specified on their mandated reporter duties and to renew their training every two years. New employees shall have 90 days from date of employment to complete training as required. The training may be met by using the
Department’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention (OCAP) online training modules at: http://www.mandatedreporterca.com/.

Based on this information, the following deficiencies listed on the attached LIC 809D and LIC9102 are being cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 22. Deficiencies that are being cited need to be cleared to protect the children’s health & safety.

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or tools, please send them by email to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2022
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198004986
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Facility representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

At 4PM an exit interview was conducted with Maricruz Flores, Director. A copy of this report and Notice of Site Visit was provided.



The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) – must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00.

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SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 03/23/2022
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Document Has Been Signed on 03/23/2022 04:23 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 1000 CORPORATE CNTR DR. 200-B
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91754


FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 198004986

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 03/23/2022

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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1596.8662(b)(1)
Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in which 3 out of 7 staff files, staff #1, Staff #3, Staff #7 did not have current mandated reporting trainings, which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 03/30/2022
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Director and Staff will be completing training and sending it via email to LPA.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME: Ana ChicoTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3374
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carolyn TubaTELEPHONE: (323) 981-3350
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/23/2022
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 03/23/2022
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